Mountain View Colony, MT

Montana

Mountain View Colony is a small town in Montana with a population of 49.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
49 Population 175/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 63.3%
411% higher than US avg

How Mountain View Colony Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population49
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty63.3%
County GDP$514M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation3,879 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+63.3%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 13%
Commute17 min
Broadband0.0%
Libraries1

Is Mountain View Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain View Colony receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Mountain View Colony offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 63.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain View Colony has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 43.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Mountain View Colony has a population of 49 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain View Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain View Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain View Colony is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Mountain View Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$58,337

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate63.3%
411% above US avg
Establishments (County)199
County GDP$514M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare11
Retail15
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,325
34% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,325
34% below US avg
In Mountain View Colony, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mountain View Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death9,831/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access51.9%
Healthcare Facilities11

Crime Rates: Mountain View Colony vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Mountain View Colony has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall43.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,879 ft (1,182 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates46.0680°N, 108.7213°W
County FIPS30065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.5-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 13.2%

Winner: Republican by 71.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+63.3%
School Test Score5.68
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants10
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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